More than Money Blog
There is more to living a happy and productive life than staying hyper-focused on finances.
While staying within your means and keeping on top of money matters can help you highlight what’s important, it’s the “what’s important” that truly matters. Broussard Poche wants to shift your focus from being worried about finances to enjoying the fruits of your labor. Our blog will keep you on the right track, offering advice, tips, and reminding you to enjoy your business and your family along the way.
CONTRIBUTOR: Elizabeth J. Moreau, CPA/ABV, CVA, CHFP
Liz is a partner in the tax department of Broussard Poché, LLP with more than 25 years of experience in virtually every dimension of business. She’s cultivated a wealth of knowledge in areas of corporate taxation, financial analysis and business appraisal. She shares her knowledge here, on the More than Money Blog.
CONTRIBUTOR: John L. Istre, CPA
John has been with Broussard Poché, LLP for 20 years, becoming one of the go-to sources for audit info. Now, John serves as Audit Department Head — performing audits for all types of entities with a special emphasis on financial institutions and Nonprofit Organizations. He shares his audit and general business knowledge here, on the More than Money Blog.
Estimated Tax Payments & How They Can Help
Making estimated tax payments during the tax year can help you avoid penalties and a huge tax bill when Tax Day rolls around. If you are self-employed, there is no employer withholding federal taxes from your paycheck so you may need to make estimated tax payments on your own throughout the year. What are estimated tax […]
Cyber Security 101
Before we discuss how to ensure the best cybersecurity practices are in place, it is important to understand just what it entails. Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting all networks, devices and data from any unauthorized access. This increases the likelihood that your personal information remains confidential. Having your personal information in the wrong hands […]
Breaking Down a 401k
Planning for the future can be stressful, but it is necessary. Luckily, a 401k can help to reduce the stress of retirement and put your mind at ease about the future. So what is a 401k? A 401k is a retirement plan that allows employees to save and invest for their retirement on a tax […]
5 Crucial Tax Write-Offs for Realtors
Whether you are new to the real estate world or you’re a real estate pro, these five tax tips can help you save big going into tax season. By following these tips, you can rest assured knowing you are saving all you can. Business Travel For realtors, travel is always a part of the job. […]
4 Ways to Lower Your Tax Bill
Taxes are unavoidable, but there are a few ways to lower your tax bill and minimize the impact they have on your bank account. Use a Flexible Spending Plan Flexible spending plans, or flexible spending account (FSA), are pre-tax plans that allow you to pay certain expenses with tax-exempt dollars. These certain expenses include dependent […]
3 Money Management Tips for Young Adults
Whether you’re graduating college or starting your first full-time job, money management is the first step in the right direction. Although it can feel overwhelming, these three tips are here to help you develop a strong grasp on your finances. Once you have a management plan, your finances will be easier to maintain. Creating a […]
Worst Celebrity Tax Mistakes
While it might seem that celebrities come with special treatment or privileges, the IRS would not agree. Even some of the biggest stars have run into trouble when it comes to their taxes. Charlie Sheen The Two and a Half Men star ran into his tax trouble back in 2018. It was uncovered in court […]
BETTER LATE THAN NEVER: WHY YOU SHOULD ALWAYS FILE TAXES
Sometimes life happens. Whether it’s a job loss, severe illness, loss of a loved one, or other big life event, it can be hard to focus on taxes. However, it’s important to know that filing late with the IRS is always far better than not filing at all. There are, however, a few things to […]